Revealing tidbits of plot on my blog
My little blog has reached a milestone -- today is my 100th post. Cool.
As I'm writing The Trouble With Demons, I'll let slip fun little bits of action (no spoilers) in my blog. For example on yesterday's blog, I said that Sarad Nukpana was in TTWD -- but in the comments section (after some of you said how much you love Sarad Nukpana -- he's becoming the villain everyone loves to hate), I revealed a tidbit of action between Sarad Nukpana and Raine in Armed & Magical. Pop back to the comments on yesterday's blog if you're interested. The thing is, I'll probably be doing a lot of that -- revealing action tidbits here and there. Just as long as it doesn't spoil the plot of an upcoming book, I don't see any reason why we all shouldn't have fun with it. So when you read a day's post, if there are comments, read those too. You never know what nuggets you'll find.
BTW -- I've had a little over 31,000 hits for this month, and the month ain't over yet. Wow! So I know there are a lot of you out there. So respond to my blogs, if only to introduce yourself. And tell me where you're from, too. That'd be great. This month I've had visitors from 24 countries. Pop in and say hello, and if you're too shy to respond to the blog, send me an email. I adore hearing from my fans. Writing's lonely work, people. Keep me company. ; )
Update on The Trouble With Demons: I'm still wrestling with Chapter 5 (and Sarad Nukpana). That man does love to make trouble -- and make things complicated.
And for the writers out there, don't forget Kristin Nelson's (my agent) mini-seminar on her blog about how to write a pitch paragraph for query emails or letters. Most writers Dread (with a capital D) writing query letters, mostly because they feel they have to sum up their entire plot in a single paragraph. Not true. Her mini-seminar began Tuesday and will run through tomorrow night's (Friday's) blog. Her website is www.nelsonagency.com, but you can click on the "Agent Kristin" link in the list to the right and it'll take you straight to her blog. I can guarantee you it'll be advice worth its weight in gold. If you a writer getting ready to start submitting your work, you should check it out.
As I'm writing The Trouble With Demons, I'll let slip fun little bits of action (no spoilers) in my blog. For example on yesterday's blog, I said that Sarad Nukpana was in TTWD -- but in the comments section (after some of you said how much you love Sarad Nukpana -- he's becoming the villain everyone loves to hate), I revealed a tidbit of action between Sarad Nukpana and Raine in Armed & Magical. Pop back to the comments on yesterday's blog if you're interested. The thing is, I'll probably be doing a lot of that -- revealing action tidbits here and there. Just as long as it doesn't spoil the plot of an upcoming book, I don't see any reason why we all shouldn't have fun with it. So when you read a day's post, if there are comments, read those too. You never know what nuggets you'll find.
BTW -- I've had a little over 31,000 hits for this month, and the month ain't over yet. Wow! So I know there are a lot of you out there. So respond to my blogs, if only to introduce yourself. And tell me where you're from, too. That'd be great. This month I've had visitors from 24 countries. Pop in and say hello, and if you're too shy to respond to the blog, send me an email. I adore hearing from my fans. Writing's lonely work, people. Keep me company. ; )
Update on The Trouble With Demons: I'm still wrestling with Chapter 5 (and Sarad Nukpana). That man does love to make trouble -- and make things complicated.
And for the writers out there, don't forget Kristin Nelson's (my agent) mini-seminar on her blog about how to write a pitch paragraph for query emails or letters. Most writers Dread (with a capital D) writing query letters, mostly because they feel they have to sum up their entire plot in a single paragraph. Not true. Her mini-seminar began Tuesday and will run through tomorrow night's (Friday's) blog. Her website is www.nelsonagency.com, but you can click on the "Agent Kristin" link in the list to the right and it'll take you straight to her blog. I can guarantee you it'll be advice worth its weight in gold. If you a writer getting ready to start submitting your work, you should check it out.
posted by Lisa Shearin at
8:03 AM
5 Comments:
Just checked Kristin's blog, and the examples started yesterday. :-)
She's using the first Harry Potter, with the cover copy standing in for Rowling's query letter. (I wonder if she still has a copy of that somewhere?)
Anyway, if a wannabe like me hasn't gone over there, Kristin's take on it is that you "spotlight the main event that triggers the rest of the story." Another great idea on doing a query (and I've slogged through plenty ::sigh::), and one that I'm willing to try on my current WIP.
Yeah, writing is a solitary life, and it is nice to be thought of those other than your characters, isn't it? ;-) (I'm from New Jersey, BTW, grew up in the northeastern part of the state, am currently in the northwestern part, but would like to get out of this expensive, corruption-ridden state sooner rather than later.)
Sorry for the ramble! Continued success on your latest first draft! :-)
Nukpana 'manifests' while Raine's in the bath *evil chuckle* Fantastic!
What is it with charming villians!?!
Thanks for the tip bits :)
Take Care and NEVER stop writing! ;),
Lorna xxx (...in the frozen wastes of Scotland..err..I mean bonnie...yeah bonnie Scotland)
New Jersey and Scotland! Cool. ; )
Thank you for the encouragement, ladies -- it's always appreciated!
L.
Oh yeah- can't wait for the scene w/ Raine and Nukpana... Keep the tidbits coming!! :) Continued good luck on your writing!!
Thank you, Kate! : )
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